Introduction to the Incident
A shooting occurred at the Dallas Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility on Wednesday morning, leaving two people dead, including the shooter, and two others injured. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many left to wonder about the motive behind the attack.
Eyewitness Accounts
Edwin Cardona, a 36-year-old Dallas resident from Venezuela, was inside the ICE facility when the gunfire erupted. He was accompanied by his 6-year-old son and witnessed flashes of light during the incident. Cardona’s cellphone had been taken at the front desk, leaving him unable to contact his wife and 9-year-old son, who were waiting outside. "The situation was terrifying," Cardona recalled in an interview in Spanish as law enforcement circled the field office.
Investigation and Response
Dozens of police units swarmed the scene in the 8100 block of North Stemmons Freeway in the Stemmons Corridor, as investigators gathered evidence and pieced together the motive behind the shooting. The words "anti-ICE" were written on an unspent round found at the scene, according to investigators.
Community Reaction
Tanyelle Robertson, 23, said she was woken up sometime before dawn to what she thought was a crash. She later learned it was gunshots. "It sounded like an air-soft gun," she said. "It was a few seconds between each shot, but I didn’t think much of it." Soon, lines of police cars arrived near her apartment complex, sirens blaring. "I didn’t know what was going on," she said.
Witness Statements
Josh Freais, a cook with Alonti who arrived at the office near the shooting, was taking out the trash when he heard several bangs. At first, he did not know they were gunshots. The bangs were not in quick succession but spaced out by several seconds, he said. He did not see a shooter, he said, as it was still dark outside. He heard a total of 10 shots over the span of 60 to 90 seconds. He didn’t hear any shots before he stepped outside to take out the trash. "It’s really tough. It’s sad," Freais said in a phone interview Wednesday morning. "I’ve never been this close to anything like this."
Correction and Update
CORRECTION, 2:58 p.m., Sept. 24, 2025: An earlier version of this story inaccurately reported the number of detainees who had died, due to incorrect information provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Only one detainee has died.
Injuries and Casualties
One of the people who suffered serious injuries is a Mexican national, according to the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Reaction from Faith Leaders
The faith leaders had led weekly prayer vigils outside the ICE office since May. They have condemned the violence, expressing "deep grief" over the incident.
Conclusion
The shooting at the Dallas ICE facility has left the community in shock and mourning. As investigators continue to piece together the events surrounding the incident, the community comes together to support the victims and their families. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing the root causes of violence and working towards a more peaceful and just society.
FAQs
Q: What happened at the Dallas ICE facility?
A: A shooting occurred at the Dallas Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility, leaving two people dead, including the shooter, and two others injured.
Q: Who were the victims of the shooting?
A: The identities of the victims have not been released, but one of the people who suffered serious injuries is a Mexican national.
Q: What was the motive behind the shooting?
A: Investigators say the words "anti-ICE" were written on an unspent round found at the scene, but the exact motive is still under investigation.
Q: How has the community reacted to the incident?
A: The community has come together to support the victims and their families, with many expressing shock and sadness over the incident. Faith leaders have also condemned the violence, expressing "deep grief" over the incident.
Q: What is being done to investigate the incident?
A: Dozens of police units swarmed the scene, and investigators are gathering evidence and piecing together the events surrounding the incident. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is also involved in the investigation.
